Day: July 28, 2026

Rawalpindi: City Police Officer (CPO) Hassan Mushtaq Sukhera has ordered close line punishment to the Station House Officer (SHO) Taxila over showing negligence in the discharge of official duties.

According to police, the action was taken after the SHO Inspector Muhammad Saqib Abbasi, was found negligent in performing his responsibilities.

The CPO emphasized that negligence or dereliction of duty by police officers will not be tolerated under any circumstances, reaffirming the department’s commitment to accountability, discipline, and efficient policing.

Sanghar: An awareness rally was organised at Shahdadpur Institute of Medical Sciences (SAMS) Hospital as part of the week-long activities being held in connection with World Hepatitis Day under the Sindh government’s ‘Hepatitis-Free Sindh’ programme.

The rally was led by SAMS Hospital Director Dr Bashir Ahmed Jamali and attended by Additional Medical Superintendent (AMS) Dr Khair-un-Nisa Pathan, Dr Parvez Ahmed Abro, Dr Agha Mehtab, Dr Asad Chhutto, doctors, medical staff and other participants.

The participants carried banners and placards inscribed with messages highlighting preventive measures, early diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis.

Addressing the participants, speakers said that hepatitis was a serious disease but it was not incurable. They stressed that timely diagnosis, proper treatment and adoption of precautionary measures could help control the spread of the disease.

They said the Sindh government was providing free treatment facilities to hepatitis patients, while all necessary diagnostic and treatment facilities were also available free of cost at SAMS Hospital Shahdadpur.

The speakers urged people to get vaccinated against hepatitis and adopt precautionary measures to protect themselves and their families from the disease.

Hyderabad: On the request of the deputy commissioner Tharparkar Abdul Haleem Jagirani, the commissioner Mirpurkhas division has imposed section 144 with immediate effect, banning cultivation on government and grazing land as well as the cutting of trees across Tharparkar district for a period of 90 days.

According to a statement issued on Monday, following the enforcement of section 144, the deputy commissioner directed all assistant commissioners in the district to ensure strict implementation of the order. He instructed them to take legal action against those found violating the restrictions in accordance with the law.

Kohat: A woman died and 25 others were hospitalized after suspected food poisoning at a condolence gathering in Sher Kot area , the official sources said on Monday.

The incident occurred in the Sher Kot area, where a group of women had gathered at a private residence to offer condolences.

The sources said the women fell seriously ill shortly after consuming food served at the gathering.

The Rescue 1122 teams transported the victims to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital, Kohat, where one woman was pronounced dead while the remaining patients were admitted for treatment.

The hospital authorities said the affected women were receiving medical care, while officials were investigating the cause of the suspected food poisoning.

Dera ismail khan: A comprehensive plan to improve traffic management, public transport and urban facilities in Dera Ismail Khan was finalised during a meeting chaired by Assistant Commissioner Dr Muhammad Hamid Siddiq.

The meeting focused on addressing key issues affecting traffic flow, parking, encroachments, public transport regulation and commuter safety.

The meeting was attended by officials from the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA), Excise and Taxation Department, Industries Department and Traffic Police.

The participants agreed to revise public transport fares through a transparent, scientific and distance-based mechanism. A new fare schedule will be prepared in consultation with transport unions to ensure fairness for both commuters and transport operators.

The meeting also approved measures to improve parking facilities at hospitals, commercial plazas and other busy locations, remove illegal encroachments, upgrade basic amenities at bus terminals and implement a comprehensive traffic management plan to ensure smoother traffic flow across the city.

The officials further decided to launch a special campaign for the registration of unregistered auto-rickshaws, carry out joint operations against unregistered vehicles, establish designated vending markets for handcart operators and utilise reclaimed government land for public parking and other welfare projects.

The meeting also resolved to continue strict legal action against the illegal use of LPG cylinders in public transport vehicles and against unauthorised LPG businesses in the district.

Dr Siddiq directed all relevant departments to ensure timely implementation of the decisions, strengthen inter-departmental coordination and submit regular progress reports to help develop a safer, more organised and modern traffic system while improving civic facilities and providing greater convenience to the public.

Rawalpindi: A diverse array of artworks depicting Pakistan’s cultural richness, social values and natural landscapes took center stage at the Punjab Council of the Arts (PCA) Rawalpindi where masterpieces by senior artists were displayed during a painting exhibition. The concluding session drew to a vibrant close.

The exhibition attracted a large gathering of artists, writers, intellectuals, academics, students and art enthusiasts from across the region, who praised the creative depth and technical excellence of the displayed pieces as a significant contribution to the city’s artistic heritage.

Speaking as the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony, Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Culture, Punjab, Shazia Rizwan emphasized that visual arts serve as a vital reflection of a nation’s cultural identity.

She highlighted that the government, under CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari, is committed to promoting the arts, preserving heritage, and creating platforms for artists to showcase their talent.

Director PCA Rawalpindi Muhammad Shakoor reaffirmed the council’s dedication to backing local creators and strengthening regional cultural activities.

He extended gratitude to exhibition organizer Azeem Iqbal, acknowledging his efforts and planning in bringing senior artists together on a single platform.

The ceremony concluded with Shazia Rizwan distributing certificates of appreciation and commemorative awards to the participating artists in recognition of their creative contributions.